1958 Map of Captiva

About this map

Captiva Island and its northern counterpart, North Captiva Island, are separated by the waters of Redfish Pass in this mid-century topographic survey. The settlement of Captiva occupies the southern island, featuring landmarks such as the Chapel by the Sea and a Flowing Well located near Chadwick Bayou. To the east, across the Pine Island Sound, the shoreline of Pine Island is visible, including Demere Landing and portions of the Pine Island National Wildlife Refuge. The map provides a detailed look at the island geography before significant modern development, illustrating the relationship between the Gulf of Mexico and the intricate inland waterways of Safety Harbor, Roosevelt Channel, and Buck Key Channel. Smaller features like Cork Key, Josslyn Island, and Hemp Island dot the sound, while Cayo Costa borders the northern edge at Captiva Pass.